Alvin Bragg, the district attorney for Manhattan, made a daring statement when he said that the allegations against former president Donald Trump were not to be laughed at, adding that they amounted to roughly thirty-three major offenses. Some have, however, criticized Bragg’s track record for handling accusations against violent offenders, noting that he frequently downgrades or dismisses them.
Following Trump’s arraignment in New York, Bragg elaborated on the reasons behind his decision to file 34 felony charges against the former president:
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“Under New York state law, it is a felony to falsify business records with intent to defraud and intent to conceal another crime. That is exactly what this case is about. Thirty-four false statements made to cover up other crimes. These are felony crimes in New York state no matter who you are. We cannot and will not normalize serious criminal conduct,” Bragg said.
DA Bragg made a dramatic statement upon his election in 2021 by announcing a document listing certain offenses, some of which were violent in nature, that he would not prosecute. But, in an unexpected move, during his first year in office, Bragg went on to reduce more than half of all felony charges to misdemeanors. Surprisingly, he even permitted a lady who had taken part in the murder of a veteran of the United States to leave prison after only 16 months. The legal community has been highly agitated by Bragg’s actions, and many are already speculating as to what he will do next.
A notorious felon with a long history of violent crimes received bond for just $1, according to recent press reports. The district attorney’s office was planning to charge former President Trump at the same time. It’s a stark contrast that brings to light the judicial system’s complexity and the priorities of individuals in positions of authority.
DA Bragg highlighted “discovery reform” as one of the causes for multiple case downgrades or dismissals in a recent report. Bragg endorsed this new rule during his candidacy because it mandates that all evidence be disclosed by the prosecution to the defense within 20 to 35 days. A court may dismiss a case as a result of noncompliance.
The likelihood of a guilty finding for former President Trump is still uncertain, according to analysts in the courtroom, because of the prosecution’s unusual approach. The argument focuses on alleged attempts to hide payments made to adult entertainer Stormy Daniels as well as possible violations of campaign finance regulations. Daniels was already forced to pay Trump a large sum in legal expenses after a defamation action, which complicates the situation. All eyes are on the outcome of this hotly disputed legal dispute as the trial progresses.
“Alvin Bragg was able to elevate the 34 counts to the level of a felony by saying they were to “conceal another crime” but didn’t include the crime he claims was being covered up in the indictment because ‘the law does not so require’. Sounds weak,” tweeted Benny Johnson.
